Smoke-Free Campus

To establish Teachers College policy and procedure conforming with State regulations pertaining to smoking on College property.

2.0SCOPE

This policy applies to all employees.

3.0RESPONSIBILITY

The interpretation and administration of this policy shall be the responsibility of the Director of Public Safety.

4.0POLICY

In accordance with the Smoke-Free Air Act and the Clean Indoor Air Actssmoking is prohibited in all College buildings and common areas including private offices, lounges, roof tops, residence hall rooms/apartments and the Russell Courtyard. Smoking is also prohibited within fifty (50) feet of building entrances.

Smoking where prohibited is a violation of both Teachers College policy and, in most cases, New York City and State law.Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action within TC as well as legal penalties.